22-Year-old Man in Critical Condition After H-2 Freeway Crash in Waipio

Waipio Freeway Crash

A 22-year-old man suffered critical injuries early Tuesday morning when his vehicle struck the concrete median on the H-2 Freeway in Waipio, the Honolulu Police Department reported.

The single-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 5:55 a.m. on the northbound side of the freeway, according to the Honolulu Police Department’s Traffic Division. Investigators stated that the driver hit the concrete median, which caused the vehicle to lose its rear driver’s side tire and subsequent control.

The car careened off the roadway onto the grassy median and went airborne before finally coming to a stop, according to police. Honolulu Emergency Medical Services personnel treated the driver at the scene and transported him to a local hospital in critical condition.

Police investigate speed and potential impairment in crash

Investigators stated that the driver was wearing a seat belt at the time of the impact. Speed appears to have contributed to the crash, according to the Honolulu Police Department.

Authorities reported that it remains unknown whether drugs or alcohol were factors in the early morning incident. The Honolulu Police Department’s Traffic Division is continuing its investigation into the crash.

What questions surround the H-2 Freeway crash?

What time did the H-2 Freeway crash happen?

The collision occurred at about 5:55 a.m., according to the Honolulu Police Department.

Which direction was the vehicle traveling?

The 22-year-old driver was traveling north on the H-2 Freeway when his vehicle struck the concrete median in Waipio.

What injuries did the driver sustain?

Honolulu Emergency Medical Services personnel treated the man at the scene and transported him to a hospital in critical condition.